2003 GMC Envoy vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
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2003 GMC Envoy | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | CLS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2874 mm |